I'm the OP.

Thanks for the replies so far. Perhaps my requirement for 15 year life was
too much a fantasy.

I just located the original installer. He suggests cleaning with TSP (or
equivalent), then using Rustoleum flat white w/ a bit of sand added for
texture. Apply w/ a brush.

BTW, Richard...I enjoy your site. Thanks for sharing.

"Willshak" wrote in message
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Craven Morehead wrote:
Background:
Finally decided to get the vinyl liner replaced. Looks like it's OEM and
about 15 years old. Estimate for the liner replace, moving one ladder
and adding a handrail next tothe steps comes to almost $4K.
The coping is made of tubular aluminum, about 2.5 - 3.0 " in diameter and
painted white but with a slightly rough finish. I'm told it sits atop
and is attached to the metal walls. It is installed prior to the
concrete deck being poured and concrete is then flowed into the open back
side of this coping. The finish (paint) is worn off in some places and
is chaulky almost everywhere else.

Now the big question. How do I refinish this coping, in place? I know,
I know, I can have it all removed and replaced with tile bull nose or
some such for about $4K more. I just want to get it back to its
original condition for the next 15 years.

Suggestions to discuss this with a pool company or my local H-D paint
"specialist" are not useful.

Kincher...any ideas?

My wife repainted our white aluminum coping with white Rustoleum spray
paint.

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Bill
In Hamptonburgh, NY
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